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Lawn Care in Stockton, CA

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $45–$79.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Stockton

  1. 1.LawnStarter Lawn Care Service

    4.7★ (66 reviews)

    4.7★ from 66 reviews

    +12092672458Website

  2. 2.PGF landscaping

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +12093616694

  3. 3.Delta Lawn and Garden

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +12096417835Website

  4. 4.PRO LANDSCAPE INC

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +12099901488

  5. 5.Ladies of the Lawn Yard Care

    3.5★ (2 reviews)

    3.5★ from 2 reviews

    +12099423110

  6. 6.James Lawn Care & Handyman

    2.0★ (3 reviews)

    2.0★ from 3 reviews

    +12095187567

  7. 7.Shady Lawn Landscaping

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

    Website

  8. 8.Alwayz Hauling

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

    +12099936064Website

  9. 9.Stockton Grass Pros

    +12096231346Website

  10. 10.Precise Lawn Care

    +12096195248Website

Lawn Care Cost in Stockton

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Stockton
Weekly mowing$45–$79/visit
Fertilization$68–$136/application
Aeration$113–$226/job

Lawn Care prices in Stockton run about 13% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 10 companies serving Stockton, rated 3.4★ on average across 91 customer reviews.

Stockton Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Stockton's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
February 18
First fall frost
November 29
Annual precipitation
17.77"
Heating degree days
2,389
Cooling degree days
1,389
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.8°55.8°3.41"
Feb41.2°63°3.1"
Mar44.5°68.4°2.68"
Apr47.3°74.2°1.41"
May52.7°81.8°0.56"
Jun56.8°88.7°0.1"
Jul59.1°93.6°-77.77"
Aug58.1°92.9°0.02"
Sep55.7°89.5°0.29"
Oct49.5°80.3°0.99"
Nov41.9°66.4°2.16"
Dec37.3°56.5°3.05"

NOAA station data 1.6 miles from Stockton.

Permits & Regulations in CA

No permit typically required

  • Landscaping work over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license
  • Applying pesticides or herbicides for hire requires separate licensing through the Department of Pesticide Regulation
  • Many California water districts enforce irrigation-day restrictions that constrain lawn watering schedules

License required: CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license (work over $1,000)

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Stockton

How much does lawn mowing cost in Stockton?

Weekly mowing in Stockton typically runs $45-$79 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Stockton?

Grass in Stockton greens up after the last frost near February 18.

How often should I mow in Stockton?

Given Stockton rainfall of 17.77 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in CA?

Yes — Landscaping work over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license. This affects Stockton lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Stockton?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Stockton.

When should I aerate in Stockton?

Early fall, before the first frost around November 29, works best in Stockton.

Does grass grow year-round in Stockton?

With 1,389 cooling degree days and winter lows near 37F, Stockton lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Stockton lawns need?

At 17.77 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 94F, Stockton lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.